Meet Anna Cordin

Anna, a native of Russia, began her artistic journey studying Choreography and Theater at the prestigious University of Art and Culture in Khabarovsk. Upon graduation, she graced the stage as a leading actress in the renowned pantomime theater Triada, captivating audiences with her expressive artistry.

Raised in a family of musicians, Anna began studying classical violin at the age of five and grew up immersed in music school, where her mother worked as a professional musician and her father served as a conductor of an orchestra. This early musical foundation shaped her innate sense of rhythm, timing, and artistic expression—skills that would later define her approach to ballroom dance.

Her creative path expanded upon her arrival in America, where she discovered the transformative world of ballroom dance. Her athletic background and discipline proved invaluable, and with relentless dedication and passion, Anna refined her craft, first at the distinguished Fred Astaire Dance Studio, and later as an independent artist.

Anna's competitive spirit led her to the ballroom dance competition circuit, where she competed at regional and national levels for over 8 years, earning multiple championship titles and finalist positions. This competitive experience honed her technical precision and performance artistry to championship level—but her vision extended far beyond traditional dance.

Drawing upon her classical violin training and ballroom mastery, Anna created something truly unprecedented: live performances where she plays violin while dancing simultaneously. This fusion of live music and ballroom artistry represents a one-of-a-kind spectacle that exists nowhere else in the world. Imagine your guests witnessing a world-class ballroom performance where the dancer IS the musician—an exquisite convergence of two art forms executed in perfect harmony.

Driven by this innovative artistry and devotion to creating unforgettable experiences, Anna founded Gala Ballroom to bring world-class performances to South Florida's most discerning events. Whether you seek a traditional ballroom showcase or Anna's signature violin-dance fusion, you're not simply booking entertainment—you're commissioning a living work of art that will leave your guests breathless and talking about your event for years to come.

Grigol Kranz is a 2026 World Champion in Advanced Country Line Dancing—the highest level of artistry in the discipline. What makes this achievement legendary: at 44 years old, with a career built entirely in ballroom dancing, Grigol mastered an entirely new dance form in just 8 months and claimed the world title. This isn't just a victory—it's a masterclass in athletic intelligence, movement mastery, and the kind of late-career peak performance that redefines what's possible in competitive dance.

A champion ballroom dancer and sought-after instructor, Grigol has spent decades perfecting elegant technique, musicality, and partnering across international competitions. Born in Georgia (former U.S.S.R.), trained in Russia and Germany, and now based in South Florida, he has competed across Europe and the United States, earning Vice-National Master in 10-Dance (Germany) and selection to Team Germany. His Pro/Am students have become USDC National and Vice-National Champions in International Latin, Smooth, and Rhythm—a testament to his ability to transfer championship-level knowledge to dancers at every stage.

Grigol's teaching is rooted in deep expertise in kinesiology and movement mechanics. He doesn't just teach steps—he teaches the science of how elite dancers move. Whether coaching International Standard & Latin, American Smooth & Rhythm, or Salsa, his methods are precise, systematic, and proven: timing, footwork, frame, lead-and-follow, and performance quality. His ability to deconstruct technique and translate principles across dance styles is what allowed him to achieve world-champion status in a discipline he had never competed in—and what makes him an exceptional coach for dancers seeking mastery.

Highlights

• 2026 World Champion, Advanced Country Line Dancing
• Vice-National Master, 10-Dance (Germany)
• Team Germany; multi-time champion across Europe & the U.S.
• Pro/Am students: USDC National & Vice-National Champions
• Expert in kinesiology and elite movement mechanics
• Silver-certified instructor (American Smooth & Rhythm)